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Denier - Odo I ND
Silver | 1.14 g | 20 mm |
Issuer | Lordship of Déols (French States) |
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Lord | Odo I the Elder (1012-1044) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1012-1044 |
Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 1.14 g |
Diameter | 20 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#378812 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Degraded Karolus monogram.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +DOLEO CIVEƧ
Translation: City of Deols.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Odo I, who was the Count of Déols and also the Bishop of Chartres. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted by a religious leader, and it highlights the unique political and religious landscape of medieval France.